This is the definitive BGM for the graduation ceremony! A moving collection of songs you can use for everything from the entrance march to the thank-you party.
When preparing for a preschool graduation ceremony or thank-you party, have you ever wondered, “What kind of BGM should I choose?” You want something bright and festive for the entrance, and a song that enhances the emotional moments for the slideshow.
Parents, teachers, and children alike all want music that suits a truly special time that will stay in everyone’s hearts.
In this article, we’ll introduce background music by scene to color your graduation ceremony or thank-you party.
From entrance songs that energize the ceremony to gentle tunes for reminiscing, we’ve got a wide range covered!
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This is the definitive BGM for the graduation ceremony! A moving collection of songs you can use from the entrance march to the thank-you party (81–90)
YELLikimonogakari
If you’re unsure what to pick, this is the one-song recommendation.
It’s one of Ikimonogakari’s signature tracks and was selected as the 2009 NHK National School Music Competition (Junior High Division) set piece.
Many people probably sang it in middle school.
Its mid-tempo BPM of 75 heightens the emotion of graduation, and vocalist Yoshioka’s powerful voice soars in the chorus! The lyrics, which say that “it’s a joyful thing when people part ways and walk their own paths,” really strike a chord with both those graduating and those seeing them off.
Adjust it so that the chorus lines up perfectly with the entrance and exit timing.
On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai
A straight-up graduation song with lyrics that make each memory slowly pass through your mind—so real it almost feels unfair.
It really tugs at your heart.
It’s also popular as a choral piece, so if you sing it in chorus to send off the graduating seniors, I think it will make for a truly wonderful day.
spring skySuzuki Suzuki
Here is “Haruzora,” an inspiring song by the brother duo Suzuki Suzuki—made up of older brother Tomu and younger brother Seina—that feels perfect for a graduation ceremony.
Their somewhat unusual unit name, Suzuki Suzuki, was actually given to them by Masahiro Nakai, formerly of SMAP.
The lyrics look back on student days, with episodes that make you think, “Yeah, that happened,” and are easy to relate to.
For some people, words like notebook, chime, and blazer become distant once they graduate from high school.
It’s a highly recommended track that makes the perfect BGM—the kind that can move you to tears just by listening.
Gathering “A” and “I”WEAVER
A graduation song created by WEAVER, a three-piece band of piano, bass, and drums, to send off students finishing school.
The refreshing, pure piano intro evokes a gentle spring breeze and leaves a strong impression.
The band’s distinctive guitar-less setup gives rise to a simple yet refined sound that resonates pleasantly.
With its relaxed melody and warm, profound lyrics, this track is perfect as entrance and exit music for graduation ceremonies, touching not only students but also their families.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
A title like “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” (“We Should Be Able to Fly”) feels like it could make a graduation ceremony even more moving… it has that kind of dramatic quality, doesn’t it? As one of Spitz’s signature songs, this track is sure to elevate the graduation mood without a doubt.
Somber is fine too, but sending everyone off straight and positively like this song does is also a great choice.
Don’t bloom.WHITE JAM
If you were to color the tearful farewells of graduation and the hope of new beginnings with music, WHITE JAM’s “Sakanaide” would be indispensable.
This song, which emotionally recalls scenes from school life, is a gem where a bittersweet melody intersects with an uplifting beat.
Like its music video, it will etch warm memories into the listener’s heart.
As the cherry blossoms bloom, farewells arrive—yet even while evoking that moment of graduation, it carries a message that lets you start walking forward, dreaming of the day you’ll meet again.
If this song plays at the ceremony, it will surely make the moment unforgettable.
This seals the deal for the kindergarten graduation ceremony BGM! A moving collection of songs you can use from the entrance music to the thank-you party (91–100)
Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks
“Okuri Uta,” included on CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ second album released in 2018.
This song is a perfect graduation tune for graduates to dedicate to those who have supported them.
The lyrics read like a letter, conveying gratitude to the recipient, and it’s popular as a song to dedicate to parents who raised you and teachers who helped you.
Sheet music for choral performances is also available on the official CHiCO with HoneyWorks website.
